Some counties provide this information on their own websites and information found there may be more frequently updated. More detailed information can be obtained directly from each local health department through the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) process. Researchers agree to: Use the data for statistical reporting and analysis only. The author will include a disclaimer that states any analyses, interpretations or conclusions were reached by the author and not the NYSDOH.

This database excludes inspections conducted in New York City, Suffolk County and Erie County. Inspections are a “snapshot” in time and are not always reflective of the day-to-day operations and overall condition of an establishment. This dataset is currently updated monthly. Occasionally, remediation may not appear until the following month due to the timing of the updates. Update frequencies and availability of historical inspection data may vary from county to county. The inspection data contained in this dataset was not collected in a manner intended for use as a restaurant grading system, and should not be construed or interpreted as such. Any use of this data to develop a restaurant grading system is not supported or endorsed by the New York State Department of Health.